R&D Machinist I

Compensation $24.75 – $30.25 per hour • Offers Equity As a growing Series B startup, the salary range is intentionally wide as we determine the most appropriate package for each individual, taking into consideration years of experience, educational background, and unique skills and abilities as demonstrated throughout the interview process. Our intent is to offer a salary that is commensurate for the company’s current stage of development and allows the employee to grow and develop within a role. In addition to the significant stock option package, the estimated salary range for this role is posted. About the Team As our R&D Machinist I, you will be at the forefront of our company’s critical operations in a fast-paced, innovative environment. You will take ownership of prototyping, machining and assembly operations, ensuring attention to detail and proper documentation as we develop next‑generation nuclear systems. Must be open to working split‑shift for a period of time to support a surge. Roles and Responsibilities Set up, operate, and troubleshoot multi-axis CNC mills (3, 4, 5‑axis) and/or live‑tooling lathes for development hardware and test fixtures Monitor, replace, and re‑set cutting tools Perform deburring on parts as necessary Provide feedback to engineering to improve manufacturability of various components Complete work instructions and other process documentation Work across graphite, stainless, and high‑temp alloys Basic Qualifications High school diploma or GED Ability to read and understand G‑code, engineering drawings, GD&T Preferred Skills & Experience Experience with machining stainless steel, exotic alloys (Inconel), and/or graphite Experience operating Fanuc CNC controllers Able to read and modify G‑code based on the fly based on machine performance Experience working in an R&D machining environment Experience working with a quality system (AS9100, ISO 9001, NQA1, or similar) Able to balance/adjust priorities based on dynamic schedule demands Additional Requirements Must be open to working split‑shift for a period of time to support a surge Ability to work long hours and weekends as necessary to support critical milestones Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted Bending, stooping, and standing for long periods of time may be needed to perform the tasks of the job Location We are located in Torrance, CA in a 322,000 square foot, brand new facility featuring large open spaces for team collaboration, R&D, and production, as well as easy access to the 405, 105, and 110 freeways. Our facility is in the heart of Los Angeles' vibrant emerging tech ecosystem alongside many other high‑growth startups and enterprises. Equal Opportunity Antares is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status. ITAR Requirements To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR. #J-18808-Ljbffr